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**Hugh** · 04-07-2008, 09:21

The law of unintended consequences

"The law of unintended consequences, often cited but rarely defined, is that actions of people,and especially of government, always have effects that are unanticipated or "unintended." Economists and other social scientists have heeded its power for centuries; for just as long, politicians and popular opinion have largely ignored it"

Here's my example - any others?

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04-07-2008, 09:21	#1
Hugh laeva recumbens anguis Cable Forum Team Join Date: Jun 2006 Age: 68 Services: Premiere Collection Posts: 43,545	Unintended consequences The law of unintended consequences "The law of unintended consequences, often cited but rarely defined, is that actions of people,and especially of government, always have effects that are unanticipated or "unintended." Economists and other social scientists have heeded its power for centuries; for just as long, politicians and popular opinion have largely ignored it" Here's my example - any others? President Bush Boosts Porn Industry With Economic Stimulus Plan linky __________________ Thank you for calling the Abyss. If you have called to scream, please press 1 to be transferred to the Void, or press 2 to begin your stare. If my post is in bold and this colour, it's a Moderator Request.